Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the esteemed life patron of Asante Kotoko, has unveiled the compelling reasoning behind the strategic decision to reinstate Prosper Narteh Ogum as the head coach of the Porcupines.
Ogum, who concluded his initial tenure last year, has returned to the club for a second spell after guiding them to victory in the Ghana Premier League during the 2021/22 season.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II disclosed that extensive consultations were conducted to identify the ideal candidate capable of leading Kotoko to success, and Ogum’s name emerged prominently from discussions with former players, leaders of the supporters’ group, and key recommendations, including an endorsement from Kwasi Appiah and a prominent figure in Accra, as well as the endorsement of team manager Ohene Brenya and another individual.
“Following discussions with former players, leaders of the supporters’ group, and various recommendations, Kwasi Appiah’s endorsement, a prominent figure in Accra, team manager Ohene Brenya, and another individual all vouched for his capabilities (Ogum). As a result, I instructed them to reach out to him,” Otumfuo Osei Tutu II revealed.
“When he arrived, I informed him that he had been identified as the one to lead my club. I made it clear that I didn’t require a formal response, but rather, he should prepare to take charge and shape the team. He graciously accepted the responsibility and agreed to join,” the club owner explained.
Upon Ogum’s arrival, Otumfuo communicated to him that he had been singled out to guide the club. The instruction was clear: formalities aside, Ogum was to prepare himself to take the helm and mold the team. Ogum, with gracious acceptance, embraced the responsibility and affirmed his commitment to the endeavor, as elucidated by the club owner.
Ogum will collaborate with Coach David Ocloo and Wilson Burton Asare as his deputies in the pursuit of guiding the Porcupines towards clinching the Ghana Premier League title in the culmination of the 2023/24 football season.
